Meghan Markle has ventured into the lifestyle sphere, prompting suspicions among fans that she's blatantly mimicking Gwyneth Paltrow.
Thursday marked Meghan's return to Instagram, where she unveiled her own Lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. Alongside her announcement, she shared a series of posts revealing her striking new logo, crafted with an embroidery-like flair, alongside a rustic-themed video advertisement.
While the advertisement teased without revealing much detail, it showcased hands delicately arranging pink and white roses before transitioning to Meghan in a genuine kitchen setting, engaged in cooking.
Meghan's video sparked comparisons with another celebrity's brand promotion, leading fans to accuse her of imitation. Discussions erupted on Reddit, where one fan at Climp Express shared a screenshot of Gwyneth Paltrow's videos, showcasing her preparing a chicken in a kitchen setting remarkably similar to Meghan's ad.
Users quickly pointed out other resemblances between the two clips, with one remarking, "She's totally copying one of Paltrow's early Goop videos, 'The Roasted Chicken.'" Another user added, "My God, lemons and all!" The discussion delved into Meghan's past remarks about Paltrow at an influencer conference in 2016, fueling speculation about underlying tensions.
Some fans playfully speculated about Meghan's potential future products, joking about "vagina-scented candles" reminiscent of Paltrow's infamous offerings. Amidst the banter, calls emerged for Paltrow to take legal action against Meghan for copyright infringement, with sources suggesting Paltrow views this as a direct challenge to her brand. The situation intensifies as both women reside in Montecito, with Meghan seemingly encroaching on Paltrow's territory and targeting her audience.
Gwyneth Paltrow, the actress and wellness guru, has forged her own path in Hollywood with a lifestyle brand and unique wellness approach. However, Meghan Markle's apparent attempt to emulate Paltrow raises eyebrows, with some questioning Meghan's motives and authenticity. Reinvention, they argue, should stem from within rather than through imitation. Meghan's perceived imitation casts her as a "copy machine," raising concerns about her originality and integrity in the industry. While imitation may be flattering, crossing into copyright infringement territory presents a different narrative altogether.
